Black inorganic powdered pigment used to color cosmetics and soap. Can be used with other pigments to yield a darker shade. At typical use rates it colors soap shades of grey, but black may be obtainable with higher amounts. 1 tbsp. / 15 ml weighs approximately 10g. Photo of test results in soap. Excellent lightfastness. Used in liquid foundation, pressed powder, eye make-up, mascara, lipstick, nail lacquer, lotion and more. Use of this color is limited to ingested or topically applied drugs and cosmetics. Also called Ferro Ferric Oxide, Magnetite, Ferric(ous) Oxide. Chemical formula Fe3O4. CI 77499